West Perth public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Adjustment
The West Perth Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application for Ham Land Acres Ltd to expand a pig operation. The proposal seeks to build a new farrowing facility closer to a neighboring residence than currently permitted by Minimum Distance Separation rules.
- Minor Variance A03-2022: Proposed swine barn setback reduction from 183 m to 154.8 m
- Expansion of livestock operation from 631 sows to 700 sows
- Proposed 195.1 m2 (2,100 square foot) farrowing facility at 5056 Line 26
- Staff recommendation to deny the application based on Planning Act tests
Regular Council
The Council is considering several zoning by-law amendments and land consent applications across various wards. They are also reviewing the Drinking Water Quality Management System Operational Plan and directing staff to contract GFL Environmental Inc. for hazardous material response services.
- Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA-13-2022 for 6616 Line 19, Staffa
- Consent Application B46/22 for 34 Clayton Street, Mitchell
- Consent Application B16-22 for 5178 Fullarton Ward
- Consent Application B43/22 for 6720 Line 34, Logan Ward
- Agreement with GFL Environmental Inc. for Emergency & Hazardous Materials Response
Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board
The Mitchell Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board is reviewing its 2023 draft budget for Council approval. The meeting also includes updates on economic development, municipal news, and the BIA's year-to-date financial performance.
- Approval of the 2023 Draft Budget
- Review of BIA Budget to Actuals Report as of November 30, 2022
- Discussion regarding the BIA Christmas Street Party street closure request
- Update on Perth County Economic Development and Tourism
- BIA Bucks Kick-Off Draw featuring three $50.00 prizes
Regular Council
The Council will review various resolutions regarding the Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act and Bill 23. Additionally, staff will present recommendations for a dust control contract and a new baseball diamond.
- Awarding 2023-2025 Dust Control contract to Da-Lee Dust Control Products for $637,975.00
- Request for an additional baseball diamond at Cooper Field for the 2022 Capital Budget
- Public meeting regarding Zoning By-law Amendment 18-2022 (Pearn)
- Public meeting regarding Zoning By-law Amendment 14-2022 (Hannon)
- Implementation of a 10-Year Capital Plan for the 2024-2033 period
Police Services Board
The Board is reviewing the proposed 2023 budget and monthly police reports for September and October 2022. Members will also discuss a petition for an electronic speed control device and receive updates on the Community Safety and Policing Act.
- Proposed 2023 Police Services Board Budget
- Petition for an Electronic Speed Control Device
- September and October 2022 Police Services Board Reports
- July to September 2022 Detachment Revenues report
- Resignation of board member John Mogk
Special Council
This special meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session. The primary purpose of the closed session is for the education and training of Council members.
- Closed session for member education and training
Heritage & Culture Committee
The Heritage & Culture Committee is reviewing the proposed 2023 budget and the upcoming meeting schedule. The agenda also includes an update on the Logan Monument repair.
- Proposed 2023 budget totaling $3,700
- Logan Monument repair update
- Proposed 2023 meeting schedule
- Municipal updates from CAO Jeff Brick
Regular Council
The Council will review a zoning by-law amendment for 22 Blanshard Street in Mitchell and consider several staff appointments. The meeting also includes a review of the Seaforth Area Fire Board minutes and a petition regarding electronic speed control devices.
- Zoning By-law Amendment 12-2022 for 22 Blanshard Street, Mitchell
- Seaforth Area Fire Board minutes from October 27, 2022
- Appointment of Gregory Stewart as Closed Meeting Investigator for a 2-year term
- Petition for an Electronic Speed Control Device referred to Police Services Board
- Review of Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. letters regarding Bill 23
Swearing-In Ceremony
The Municipality of West Perth is conducting a formal swearing-in ceremony for the 2022-2026 Council term. The meeting includes the administration of oaths of office and the presentation of the Mayor's Chain of Office.
- Administration of Oaths of Office and Oath of Allegiance by Fire Department Chaplain William Ney
- Swearing-in of Mayor Walter McKenzie and Deputy Mayor Dean Trentowsky
- Swearing-in of Councillors for Fullarton, Hibbert, Logan, and Mitchell Wards
- Presentation of the Mayor's Chain of Office
- Congratulatory messages from Steve Clark, John Nater, and Matthew Rae
Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee
The Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee discussed various reports and proposed budget items for 2023. Key discussions included wetland maintenance, tree planting initiatives, and trail improvements.
- Approved $800.00 budget line item for Memorial Forest
- Proposed $10,000.00 for two sets of wetland trail stairs
- Proposed $5,500.00 for phragmites removal at wetlands
- Proposed $2,000.00 for the West Perth Healthy Forests Grant
- Proposed $1,000.00 for tree planting at the dog park
Regular Council
The Council is considering several land-use amendments and a 17% increase to development charges. The meeting also includes discussions on new employee monitoring and workplace smoking policies.
- 17% increase to Development Charges rate effective January 1, 2023
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-16-21 for 6903 Line 34
- Application to lift holding zone at Nelson and Frank Streets
- Approval of new Electronic Monitoring and Smoking in the Workplace policies
- By-law 67-2022 establishing various municipal fees and charges
Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board
The Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board met to receive updates from Perth County and the Municipality of West Perth. The Board discussed upcoming seasonal programming and business initiatives. The meeting also included a closed session regarding human resources matters.
- Approval of the Christmas Street Party for November 25, 2022
- Approval of hosting two public skate dates
- Update on the BIA Bucks discount program running November 14 to December 31, 2022
- Update on the Keterson Pavilion Project and upcoming Municipal Elections
- Report on the Digital Service Squad initiatives
Environmental Services Committee
The Environmental Services Committee is reviewing third-quarter reports for drinking water and wastewater systems. The committee is also considering a recommendation to adjust annual fees for automated garbage bin co-collection.
- Proposed 2023 garbage bin fees: $110/year (35 gallon), $160/year (65 gallon), and $210/year (95 gallon)
- Mitchell Drinking Water System Q3 report (July-September 2022)
- Mitchell Wastewater System Q3 report (July-September 2022)
- Environmental Services Report for October 2022
- Drinking Water Quality Management System management review
Public Meeting
The Council is holding a public meeting to discuss a zoning amendment by Bartels Environmental Services Inc. to convert a former wastewater lagoon into a waste storage facility for treated digestate and biosolids. A second amendment for 197 & 199 Coulton Drive is also proposed for approval.
- Zoning amendment D14-16-21 for 6903 Line 34 (West Part Lot 13, Concession 1) to allow biosolids storage
- Proposed rezoning of a 1.65 ha woodlot to Natural Resources Environment 2 (NRE2)
- Zoning amendment D14-11-2022 for 197 & 199 Coulton Drive (Lot 21 Plan 366)
- Public hearing regarding the Bartels Environmental Services Inc. application
Regular Council
Council will review a new franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas and hear presentations regarding natural gas expansion in Russelldale. The meeting also includes public hearings for two zoning by-law amendments and a request to increase funding for the Mitchell and Area Mobility Bus.
- Enbridge Gas franchise agreement renewal and draft by-law 65-2022
- Natural gas expansion presentations by Enbridge Gas and Steve Walkom
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-16-21 (Bartels)
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-11-2022 (Spence)
- Increase Mitchell and Area Mobility Bus annual contribution from $12,000 to $15,000
Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee
The Environment, Forestry & Trails Committee is reviewing several updates and budget recommendations for the 2023 fiscal year. Key discussions include Memorial Forest management, invasive species control at wetlands, and various forestry and pollinator garden initiatives.
- Approval of 2023 budget line items for Memorial Forest
- Budget and project plan inclusion for Phragmites removal and Wetland Stairs
- Proposed 2023 budget contributions for Rural Routes tree planting and West Perth Healthy Forests Grant
- Budget inclusion for Pollinator Garden, ButterflyWay Ranger Program, Japanese Knotweed Removal, and Dog Park tree planting
- Report on Rural Roots 2022 tree planting involving a $3,125 municipal contribution
Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board
The Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board is reviewing updates on local economic development and municipal projects. The meeting includes discussions on upcoming community events and the enforcement of membership dues for local businesses.
- Discussion of Ladies Night and Christmas Street Party events
- Review of Top Shot Interactive Hockey Experience sponsorship
- Public Skating Sponsorship opportunity for $150.00 per session
- Resolution to suspend associate memberships and remove advertising signs for unpaid dues
- Resolution to suspend accounts that are 60 days past due
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing several planning reports, including a subdivision plan for West Mitchell Developments. They are also considering multiple consent applications to sever land in the Mitchell and Fullarton wards.
- WP 22-01 Plan of Subdivision for West Mitchell Developments
- Consent Application B35/22 for 22 Blanchard Street, Mitchell
- Consent Application B34/20 for 83 Huron Road, Mitchell
- Consent Application B26/22 in Fullarton Ward
- Consent Application B13-22 for 48 Wellington Street, Mitchell
Police Services Board
The Board will review July and August 2022 reports and financial accounts. Members will also discuss the Police Services Board budget and the extension of John Mogk's appointment.
- Appointment of Audrey Pascual as Board Secretary
- Discussion of Police Services Board Budget
- Extension of appointment for John Mogk
- Review of School Bus Camera Program correspondence
Heritage & Culture Committee
The committee is reviewing the Mitchell Ward Official Plan's list of heritage properties and discussing the current budget. Members are also receiving updates on summer concerts, land acknowledgement policies, and the Township of Logan plaque.
- Review of Mitchell Official Plan - List of Heritage Properties
- Discussion of 2022 Heritage & Culture Committee Budget
- Update on Summer Concerts
- Land Acknowledgement Policy update
- Township of Logan Plaque discussion
Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board
The Mitchell Business Improvement Area Board will receive updates from Perth County and the Municipality of West Perth. The meeting includes a review of the BIA budget to actuals as of August 31, 2022, and a continuation of a strategic planning workshop in a closed session.
- BIA Budget to Actuals report as of August 31, 2022
- Perth County Economic Development and Tourism updates
- Municipality of West Perth updates
- Strategic Planning Workshop (Closed Session)
- Candidates Night
Regular Council
The Council is considering several zoning by-law amendments and a land severance application for Hannon Holdings Inc. at 6736 Line 36. Additionally, the Council will review the 2022/23 Winter Operations Plan and a winter maintenance agreement for Highways 8 and 23.
- Consent to Sever application for 6736 Line 36 (Hannon Holdings Inc.)
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-10-22 for Bornholm Poultry Ltd. (6609 Line 53)
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-08-22 for Dave Louwagie (3984 Road 179)
- Winter maintenance agreement for Highways 8 and 23 totaling $26,038.34
- By-laws 55-2022 and 56-2022 regarding Tyndall and Hopf drain assessments
West Perth Property Standards Committee
The West Perth Property Standards Committee will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Daniel W. McCool. The appeal concerns a property standards order issued to Gwyneth McCool for the property at 167 Rowland Street.
- Public hearing for Daniel W. McCool appeal (167 Rowland Street)
- Decision on the 167 Rowland Street appeal
- Nomination of Committee Chair
- Oath of Service for Committee members
Public Meeting
The Council is holding a public meeting to review four zoning by-law amendment applications. No decisions will be made at this meeting; Council will decide at a future regular meeting based on public input and staff recommendations.
- Zoning amendment D14-17-2021 (Chessell) to build a residence at 4816 Road 164
- Zoning amendment D14-10-22 (Bornholm Poultry Ltd.)
- Zoning amendment D14-08-22 (Louwagie)
- Zoning amendment D14-06-22 (Greb-Weitzel)
Committee of Adjustment
The West Perth Committee of Adjustment is reviewing a minor variance application for Jeremy and Melissa Jones. The request seeks to increase maximum lot coverage to allow for a 140.7 square metre workshop at 4756 Road 164.
- Minor Variance A01-2022: Increase accessory structure lot coverage from 5% to 8.4% at 4756 Road 164
- Proposed construction of a 140.7 square metre (1515 square foot) workshop
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the 2021 audited financial statements and distributing $1,749,053 of the General Surplus to various reserves. They are also considering several zoning amendments and a drain petition from Linda Reynolds.
- Awarded Keterson Park Pavilion contract to DOMM Construction for $1,386,950.00
- Approved distribution of $1,749,053 from General Surplus to municipal reserves
- Zoning By-law Amendment D14-17-2021 regarding 4816 Road 164
- Schellenberger Municipal Drain North Branch Improvement contract for $186,825.00
- Approval of 2021 Draft Audited Financial Statements presented by BDO